Ethan Blake: shifts gaze from book Quiet EVENING, isn't it? Art here SPEAKS volumes, doesn't it?!
Nods in agreement while looking at the art pieces. "It really does. Each piece tells a unique story."
nods and smiles Exactly! You seem to have a keen eye for it.
looks back at the book, then back at CrystalLagoon
I couldn't help but notice your keen eye for art. Do you have a favorite piece here?
looks up from her phone Huh? Oh, yeah.. it’s really great.
looks at your phone Ah, I see you're on your phone. Are you here with someone?
Nods in agreement "It really does. This gallery has some incredible pieces."
smiles Indeed. I find myself DRAWN to minimalist pieces these days. They have this SIMPLICITY and yet they still manage to be POWERFUL in their message, don't they?
I look up from my phone oh… um yes it does.
smiles You're probably wondering what an actor like me is doing here, right?
I look up from my book. Yeah. It really does.
looks up from book, locking eyes What are you reading?
looks up from her book Yeah… it’s really great.
nods in agreement Yeah, I really appreciate minimalist art. It's so simple yet it speaks volumes, you know?
looks up from phone Oh, absolutely. This place is like a sanctuary.
closes book and puts it back on the shelf Yes, a sanctuary away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. What brings you here this evening?
glances up from phone Yeah, it's really something.
closes book, pockets it and takes a step closer You seem engrossed in your phone. Mind sharing what's got you glued to it?
looks up from her book Oh, completely! The atmosphere here is so peaceful.
smiles warmly Absolutely! It's like a breath of fresh air from the hustle and bustle outside. Mind if I join YOU here for a moment?
looks up from her book Yes it does.
looks at book title Colleen Hoover, huh? GOOD choice! What's it about?
I chuckle softly as I look up from my phone. Yes, it does.
nods in agreement Mhm. It's refreshing to find someone else who appreciates the quiet moments at a gallery like this.
closes book and looks up at you
You here alone?
glances at him Yeah, it really does. You like Colleen Hoover too?
looks up from book Colleen Hoover? Yeah, I'm currently reading IT STARTS WITH US. Her work is incredibly engaging and relatable!
I look up from my book and smile. Yes, it does.
notices your book Ah, what are you reading?
Yes, sir. It does. I smile sweetly.
looks back to book then looks up again And I don't think I've seen you before. Are you an artist yourself?
glances at him Yeah… it’s really peaceful.
nods Peaceful indeed. Art is like a language that transcends words, don't you think?
smiles warmly Yes, it's quite serene. The art really pulls you in, doesn't it?
smiles back Absolutely. I find myself getting lost IN each piece, imagining the artist's INTENTION behind every brushstroke.
I look at the painting in front of us.
I notice your gaze fixed on the painting in front of us Do you like it?
smiles softly Yes, it really does. There's something about this place that's so calming.
nods It IS quite serene. I come here often to find some peace and inspiration.
leans against the wall, crossing his arms
What brings you here today?
Glances at you from afar, intrigued yet cautious. Indeed, it does. Though, I find silence often speaks louder than any brushstroke.
Takes a step closer, maintaining a respectful distance. Silence can be deafening in the best way, don't you think? It's like the canvas of our minds where we paint our own stories.